Couple Assaulted by Roadside Bullies on Puncak Bogor: Pregnant Woman at Risk of Miscarriage
BOGOR, KOMPAS.TV — A chilling incident unfolded on the alternative route to Puncak, Bogor, West Java, on Sunday (22/12/2024), leaving a pregnant woman (V) at risk of a miscarriage. Three perpetrators, believed to be informal traffic controllers, or "Pak Ogah," have been identified by police.
The incident began when IH (34), the husband of the pregnant woman, attempted to dodge a stranded vehicle on the road, accidentally hitting a bystander with his car’s side mirror. Megamendung Police Chief, AKP Dedi Hermawan, explained that the situation escalated as one of the perpetrators punched IH’s car.
In an attempt to defuse the situation, V stepped out of the car but was met with further aggression. The trio proceeded to attack the couple, leaving IH with multiple bruises and his wife at risk of losing her unborn child.
Brute Force and a Pregnancy in Jeopardy
IH sustained injuries across various parts of his body, including a swollen face, as revealed by Bogor Regional Police Criminal Investigation Unit Chief, AKP Teguh Kumara. Notably, one of the assailants pulled V’s hair, causing her significant distress.
The ordeal took a heavy toll on V’s condition, and she was diagnosed as being at high risk of a miscarriage. Despite initially attempting to settle the matter amicably, the couple decided to pursue legal action following V’s deteriorating health.
Bogor Police Chief, AKBP Rio Wahyu Anggoro, confirmed that aPolice Report Model A has been filed based on the findings of the investigating officers, in accordance with Law No. 2/2002. Two out of the three culprits have since been apprehended, with a search ongoing for the remaining suspect.
This alarming incident serves as a stark reminder of the growing issue of unregulated traffic controllers along popular routes, posing significant risks to drivers and passengers alike. As the holiday season approaches, travelers are urged to remain vigilant and prioritize their safety while on the roads.
